Ferocious cold in Ottawa

January 15, 2009 by Barbara.

It’s so cold in Ottawa today, that the hydro folks were asking people to take the same sort of energy conservation steps - don’t run appliances, turn off unneeded lights, etc. -  that we’re used to hearing about in the summer. When they mentioned that I should turn back my thermostat by 2 degrees, I giggled a bit. It’s set for 16 degrees for when we’re out or sleeping and I haven’t changed it even though I’m teleworking today and my knuckles are kind of achy from the cold. Long johns and long sleeved shirts under jeans and a thick sweater, plus the blankets that cover me can deal with the chill everywhere but my hands. Still, I thought I should call Ken and ask if he thought that the hydro company meant me when they issued the appeal. Ken’s “no” was pretty emphatic. He is still missing the 20/18 settings from last year and feels the cold of the 18/16 regime more than me. Reid routinely runs around barefoot - or tries to do so - and so we’re toughing it out. I guess I should check out some of the energy saving tip at the PowerWise site since I won’t be changing the thermostat.

Poor Reid will be having all of her recesses inside today. She misses the fresh air but at least the gym that they play in has lots of equipment and room to run.

Stay warm.

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